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November 2026 Update for Early Years

November 2026 update from the Subject Advisor for Early Years

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Welcome to the November update for Early Years and the V Level Education and the Foundation Certificate Education. 

You can see how to get the first look at the new qualifications in one of the briefing sessions. There is information reminding you to complete your Digital Assessment Plan for this year by 13 November. 

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Coming soon V Levels and post 16 Qualification reforms

What are the new qualifications? 

The reformed landscape - V Levels, T Levels and A Levels - is designed to create clearer routes for learners and simplify progression pathways. At Level 2 and Level 3, qualifications will be grouped into distinct categories, each with a specific purpose and progression outcome.

Explore the qualification types

Post-16 Vocational Qualification Reform briefings

First look at draft Pearson Education qualifications. 

Sign up for our live webinar in Education to get a first look at the draft Pearson Pearson Level 3 V Level in Education and the Pearson Foundation Certificate in Education, launching next spring for first teach September 2027.*

We'll cover draft specifications structure, give an overview of the content and assessment, and provide details about grading, moderation and all the support we'll be offering to help you transition smoothly. *subject to regulatory approval

First look at draft Pearson Occupational Certificate Early Years Practitioner

There will be a separate event for the new Pearson Occupational Certificate in Early Years Practitioner. 

In this session you will get a first look at the draft specification. 

Book your place

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Digital Assessment Plan

You must submit your Digital Assessment Plan for 2026 by 13 November. 

Digital Assessment Plans are for Nationals(2016), AAQs and BTEC First

New cohorts for September 2026 will need a Digital Assessment plan. You can see how it all works and attend a live training event or just drop in if you have questions. 

See live events and book you place

Read the Centre User Guide Digital Assessment Plan

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Updated forms

BTEC Nationals, AAQs and Tech Award

We have updated the Assessment Record Template to better reflect the use of AI in assessments. Please ensure you are using the most up to date version of the form. 

BTEC Forms and Guides

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Ever wondered what it means to be an examiner?

Find out what it means to be a Pearson Assessment Associate, what the benefits are and how to apply at our free virtual webinar on Wednesday 18 November, 4-4:45pm (GMT). 

Take your first step towards becoming a Pearson Examiner. 

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